Decisive: meaning, definitions and examples

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decisive

[ dɪˈsaɪsɪv ]

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in a situation

settling an issue; producing a definite result.

Synonyms

conclusive, conclusive, definitive

Examples of usage

His decisive actions saved the company from bankruptcy.
She made a decisive move that changed the course of the negotiation.

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character

having or showing the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Synonyms

determined, firm, resolute

Examples of usage

He is known for his decisive leadership style.
She is a decisive manager who doesn't hesitate to take action.

Translations

Translations of the word "decisive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 decisivo

🇮🇳 निर्णायक

🇩🇪 entscheidend

🇮🇩 menentukan

🇺🇦 вирішальний

🇵🇱 decydujący

🇯🇵 決定的な (けっていてきな)

🇫🇷 décisif

🇪🇸 decisivo

🇹🇷 kararlı

🇰🇷 결정적인 (gyeoljeongjeogin)

🇸🇦 حاسِم

🇨🇿 rozhodující

🇸🇰 rozhodujúci

🇨🇳 决定性的 (juédìng xìng de)

🇸🇮 odločilen

🇮🇸 ákveðinn

🇰🇿 шешуші

🇬🇪 გადამწყვეტი (gadamyts'q'veti)

🇦🇿 qəti

🇲🇽 decisivo

Word origin

The word 'decisive' comes from the Latin word 'decisivus', which means cutting off or determining. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. The concept of being decisive has always been valued in leadership and decision-making, as it signifies the ability to make clear and effective choices. Throughout history, decisive leaders have been praised for their ability to take action and produce definite results.